[Congressional Record Volume 164, Number 79 (Tuesday, May 15, 2018)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E644]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




              HONORING NATIONAL SKILLED NURSING CARE WEEK

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                          HON. JACKIE WALORSKI

                               of indiana

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, May 15, 2018

  Mrs. WALORSKI. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in honor of National Skilled 
Nursing Care Week and to thank the nurses, staff, and volunteers at 
nursing care centers like Healthwin Specialized Care in South Bend who 
provide invaluable services and ensure Hoosiers in our community have 
what they need to live full and meaningful lives.
  My fellow Hoosiers in South Bend and Mishawaka, Indiana, who reside 
in nursing homes, skilled nursing care, and transitional therapy 
centers have contributed immeasurably to the heritage and success and 
growth of our community. Nursing home residents of any age or ability 
are themselves living history and are precious to us all.
  Mr. Speaker, I urge my colleagues to join me in ``Celebrating Life's 
Stories'' in honor of the national theme for this year's Skilled 
Nursing Care Week. I also urge everyone in our community to visit a 
loved one, friend, or neighbor currently residing in a skilled nursing 
care center to show respect for all that they have given to society and 
to us.
  Let no elderly and disabled American wonder if they are valued, 
appreciated, and loved. Make sure they know that they are. Visiting or 
volunteering your time at a local care facility is a testament to 
community spirit, brings honor to our fathers, mothers, grandmothers, 
veterans, and everyone in residence, and lifts the spirits of 
caregivers who value your involvement.

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